M3 Competition Gray Retired

The BMW M3 Competition in Gray represents the pinnacle of the G80 generation, adding performance and refinement enhancements over the standard M3 to create BMW M Division's most focused sports sedan. This Competition variant extracts additional power from the hand-built 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged inline-six engine, delivering 500 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque through an 8-speed M Steptronic automatic transmission that has been recalibrated for sharper, more aggressive shift characteristics.

The Competition package includes a lowered suspension that drops ride height by 0.4 inches compared to the standard M3, revised engine tuning, a louder M Sport exhaust system, blacked-out exterior trim including shadowline kidney grilles and tailpipes, and exclusive 19-inch front and 20-inch rear forged wheels. The Gray finish—likely Brooklyn Gray metallic—provides a sophisticated alternative to traditional M3 colors, shifting between charcoal and silver depending on light conditions and creating an understated elegance that amplifies the sedan's aggressive proportions.

Under the G80's carbon fiber-reinforced hood sits BMW's S58 engine, a masterpiece of forced induction that responds instantly to throttle inputs while producing a soundtrack that rivals naturally aspirated sixes of the past. The Competition's revised exhaust tuning adds decibels and character, especially in Sport Plus mode where valves remain fully open. Power routes through a rear-wheel-drive configuration with an electronically controlled M differential that enables precision cornering and controllable oversteer when desired.

Inside, M carbon bucket seats finished in Merino leather provide exceptional support during spirited driving, while carbon fiber interior trim reinforces the Competition's performance focus. BMW's iDrive 8 with curved display handles infotainment and vehicle settings, though dedicated M buttons on the steering wheel allow instant access to drive modes, suspension settings, and exhaust configurations. The M3 Competition accelerates to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds and reaches a top speed of 180 mph, expandable to 189 mph with the M Driver's Package. This represents the ultimate expression of the G80 M3 formula, available in both our fleet and as part of our BMW collection.

Rent the BMW M3 Competition Gray in the Hamptons and command 500 horsepower through one of BMW’s most refined rear-wheel-drive sports sedans. The Competition package sharpens every element—suspension, exhaust, transmission tuning—creating a sedan that rewards skilled driving along Montauk Highway’s coastal curves and Hamptons back roads that wind through estate country.

The Brooklyn Gray metallic finish exudes sophisticated restraint, perfect for Southampton’s Meadow Lane and Further Lane where understated elegance matters more than flash. The blacked-out Competition trim including shadowline kidney grilles and dark tailpipes creates a cohesive stealth aesthetic that photographs beautifully against Hamptons estates and ocean backgrounds. Park outside Bridgehampton polo matches or Sag Harbor waterfront restaurants knowing you’ve arrived in the sharpest version of BMW’s legendary sports sedan.

The lowered Competition suspension transforms bumpy Dune Road into an engaging driving experience, adaptive dampers reading surface changes 1,000 times per second while keeping the sedan composed and communicative. Attack winding roads through Amagansett and Water Mill, feeling the rear-wheel-drive layout allow you to place the M3 precisely on corner apexes while the M differential manages power delivery for maximum grip or playful slides.

The M3 Competition excels at practical Hamptons tasks while maintaining track-level performance. Drive to East Hampton Airport or MacArthur with luggage for four adults in the spacious trunk, visit North Fork vineyards with genuine rear-seat comfort for passengers, or handle Shelter Island ferry crossings knowing the sedan balances everyday usability with 500-hp fury. The Competition exhaust announces your arrival with authority, yet Comfort mode tames the beast for relaxed village cruising. This Gray M3 Competition delivers BMW’s vision of the perfect sports sedan—daily drivable, track capable, and unmistakably M Division.

Thumb the start button and the M3 Competition’s twin-turbo inline-six awakens with a sharper bark than the standard M3, the Competition exhaust immediately announcing its presence. Engage Sport Plus via the M setup button and the sedan’s character transforms: steering weight doubles, throttle becomes instantaneous, the 8-speed transmission shifts 0.05 seconds quicker, and exhaust valves open fully to unleash the S58’s mechanical symphony.

Deploy full throttle and 500 horsepower overwhelms the rear Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires, the M3 squirming sideways momentarily before the electronic differential regains traction and propels you toward 60 mph in 3.8 seconds. The Competition’s revised engine mapping delivers power with addictive linearity, the twin turbos spooling seamlessly from 2,500 rpm through 7,200 rpm with barely a hint of lag. Each upshift cracks through the cabin, the transmission punching into the next gear with mechanical precision.

The lowered Competition suspension reveals its worth on Hamptons roads—you sit 0.4 inches closer to the pavement, lowering the center of gravity and improving body control through corners. The electronically controlled dampers firm up in Sport Plus yet never feel harsh, instead communicating road texture directly through the M carbon bucket seats. Brake hard and the stoppers bite instantly, scrubbing speed with confidence-inspiring pedal feel that makes late braking points achievable.

The Brooklyn Gray exterior appears almost gunmetal in overcast conditions, transforming to silver-gray in Hamptons sunlight. The blacked-out Competition trim creates visual continuity from the shadowline kidney grilles to the dark quad exhaust tips. Inside, the curved display provides real-time performance data while physical M buttons keep essential controls within thumb’s reach. Wind noise remains minimal at triple-digit speeds until you mat the throttle and hear the inline-six scream toward redline, the Competition exhaust adding decibels and drama. This is rear-wheel-drive sports sedan perfection—balanced, communicative, explosively fast, yet refined enough for daily Hamptons life.